2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (240 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Odyssey | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2010 mm |
